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<p>Priority one cases are not restricted to any categories of offences. They are live
cases that are near or in trial including where the individuals: are in custody, Crown,
Magistrates’ or Coroners’ Courts; have been convicted but not sentenced; have been
bailed in advance of trial or sentence; or are in prison.</p><p>The National Police
Chiefs’ Council is leading a national plan in response to the impact on criminal and
coroners’ cases, including the prioritisation and offence type. In the majority of
these cases, the original samples remain available for independent retesting, which
is being managed through a prioritisation process.</p>
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